Thousands of plastic nurdles washed up on beaches stretching the eastern coasts of England are being vacuumed up after being washed ashore following a tanker collision in the North Sea. Workmen...

A rare spider known as the “master of disguise” has been spotted lurking in Cornwall, leaving experts stunned. The "nationally rare" lichen running spider was spotted at a temperate rainforest...

Mosquitoes are spreading across the UK with a total of 21 different species found in Scotland. University researchers have warned that some areas are swarming with mosquitoes that are actively trying...

Mushroom trial: Rare for alleged killer to host lunch, ex-husband says16 minutes agoSimon Atkinson and Katy WatsonBBC News, MorwellPaul TyquinThe estranged husband of a woman who served a poisonous...

Toxic mushroom meal was 'terrible accident', says woman on trial for murderJust nowTiffanie Turnbull, Katy Watson and Simon Atkinsonin Sydney and MorwellPaul TyquinAn Australian woman accused of...

A miniature dachshund has been found alive and well after being last seen by her owners more than 500 days ago when she went missing on a camping trip. Valerie the dog had not been seen by her...

Richard Davis says the well-known faces who already live in the area are very pleasant (Image: Tim Merry)The Cotswolds are among the most picturesque landscapes in the UK, containing many prime...

Richard Davis says the well-known faces who already live in the area are very pleasant (Image: Tim Merry)The Cotswolds are among the most picturesque landscapes in the UK, containing many prime...

Spring's hot weather to be treat for nature lovers4 hours agoHelen BriggsEnvironment correspondent, BBC News•@hbriggsGetty ImagesWith what's being called a mini-heatwave looming for the UK, it's...

Convicted murderer missing from prison near Dundee25 minutes agoOttilie MitchellBBC NewsPolice ScotlandA convicted murderer has been reported missing from an open prison near the Scottish city of...

A little town on the east coast has a huge beach that’s beloved by visitors. Filey is a seaside town in North Yorkshire, located on Filey Bay between Scarborough and Bridlington. The fishing...